Director of Procurement
HybridNorth Lake, Western Australia, Australia
Job Summary
Refine and execute procurement strategy for spend in Packaging, Ingredients, Energy, and Indirects/MRO, leading end-to-end activities from supplier selection through contract negotiation and vendor relationship management. Monitor commodity markets and industry trends to anticipate cost fluctuations, developing hedging or alternative sourcing plans where appropriate. Ensure compliance with internal controls, food safety standards, sustainability goals, and regulatory requirements while implementing sourcing strategies that align best practices with corporate governance. Must work on-site two days per week. Florida's Natural is a citrus co-op dedicated to spreading goodness through high-quality ingredients and zero-waste practices, turning every part of the fruit into juice, fragrances, flavors, and animal feed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field
- 7 or more years of progressive experience in procurement, commodity management, or supply chain, preferably in the food and beverage industry
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficient in analyzing business performance metrics and drawing data-driven insights
- Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and planning tools
- Ability to work cross-functionally and drive alignment across teams
- Must be able to work on-site two days per week
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in business administration, preferred
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and ethical sourcing is a plus
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